Convert milliwatt to horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s)
Please provide values below to convert milliwatt [mW] to horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) [hp], or Convert horsepower (550 ft*lbf/s) to milliwatt.
How to Convert Milliwatt to Horsepower (550 Ft*lbf/s)
1 mW = 1.3410218586563e-06 hp
Example: convert 15 mW to hp:
15 mW = 15 × 1.3410218586563e-06 hp = 2.01153278798444e-05 hp
Milliwatt to Horsepower (550 Ft*lbf/s) Conversion Table
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Milliwatt
A milliwatt (mW) is a unit of power equal to one thousandth of a watt, used to measure small amounts of power.
History/Origin
The milliwatt was introduced as part of the metric system to provide a convenient unit for measuring low power levels, especially in electronics and telecommunications, with its usage expanding alongside the adoption of the watt as the standard power unit.
Current Use
Milliwatts are commonly used today in electronics, audio equipment, and wireless communication devices to specify power levels, such as in battery-powered devices, LED brightness, and signal transmission power.
Horsepower (550 Ft*lbf/s)
Horsepower (hp) is a unit of power measurement, defined as 550 foot-pounds of work per second (ft·lbf/s).
History/Origin
The horsepower was developed by James Watt in the late 18th century to compare the power of steam engines with draft horses, and it became a standard unit for measuring engine power.
Current Use
Horsepower is still widely used today to rate the power of engines and motors in automotive, aviation, and industrial applications.